Ahria Reynolds
Vicksburg
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Claiborne County Senior Care
Port Gibson
02.2023 - Current
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Merit Health River Region/ Med-Surg
Vicksburg
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records system.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for optimal patient care.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Nursing Assistant
Merit Health River Region
Vicksburg
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
Education
Career Certificate - Practical Nursing
Hinds Community College
755 MS-27, Vicksburg, MS 39180Associate of Arts -
Hinds Community College
501 E Main St, Raymond, MS 39154High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School
3701 Drummond St, Vicksburg, MS 39180Skills
- Monitoring Fluids
- Collecting Specimens
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Fluid Measurement
- Patient Care and Safety
- Infection Control Procedures
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Linen Replacements
- Vital Signs Collection
- Catheter Care
- CPR Certification
- Oral Hygiene
- Patient Care Quality
- Biohazard Disposal
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Time Management
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Patient Charting
- Intravenous Medications
- Patient monitoring
- Infection control
- Time management
- Verbal communication
Certification
- License Practical Nurse, #: 340041, Expiration: 12/31/2025
- License Practical Nurse Expanded IV Therapy #: 336022, Expiration: 12/31/2025
- BLS Certificate ID: X2ZFZH, Expiration:12/28/2023
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Merit Health River Region/ Med-Surg
12.2023 - 08.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Claiborne County Senior Care
02.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Merit Health River Region
09.2021 - 05.2022
Career Certificate - Practical Nursing
Hinds Community College
Associate of Arts -
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Vicksburg High School